Cub Cadet PS-520 Owner's Manual
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1. Owner s GUIDE 20 MULCHING PUSH MOWERS MODEL No PS 520 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 368023 Cleveland Ohio 44136 9722 CUB CADET CORP P O BOX 368023 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 9722 FORM NO 770 10184 PRINTED IN U S A 10 98 SECTION 1 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This owners guide is an important part of your new lawn mower H will help you assemble prepare and maintain your mower Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling the mower for its first use please locate its model plate and copy the information on to this owner s guide The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the Cub Cadet customer dealer referral line Every mow2. Stand behind the unit in the operating position to start the unit Blade Control Handie Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Mulching W Spark Plug Wire Plug Figure 8 SECTION 8 OPERATION Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on the cutting deck See safety labels on page 4 The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields NOTE For best results raise the cutting position until it is determined which height is best for your lawn See Cutting Height Adjustment section Gas And Oil Fill Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual Read instructions carefully WARNING Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been A allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running Before Starting e Attach spark plug wire to spark plug If equipped with a rubber boot make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire inside the rubber boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug To Start Engine And Engage Blade Move the throttle control on the engine to the fast rabbit position Prime engine as instructed in the engine manual Standing behind the unit depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
3. a uide wee Nut Rope E Guide Figure 6 e With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded hold the blade control handle against the upper handle and pull the starter rope out of the engine Release the blade control handle Slip the starter rope into the rope guide Tighten the wing nut See Figure 6 Make certain all nuts and bolts are tightened securely e Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher To convert it to a side discharge mower lift the mulching plug Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly Lower the mulching plug See Figure 7 ae Mulching Plug Co asm Sa e Im Ee Deflector AT e ZIL Hinge Pin ST Figure 7 SECTION 7 CONTROLS Blade Control Handle WARNING This control mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower See Figure 8 The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the engine It is used to regulate the engine speed WARNING The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine Do not adjust the A throttle control with the engine running Recoil Starter The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle See Figure 8
4. engine reaches start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Let the rope rewind slowly e Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke Keep a firm grip on starter handle Return it slowly to the rope guide NOTE H any problems are encountered refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information To Stop Engine And Blade e Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade T WARNING The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off e Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended Using Your Rotary Mower e Be sure that lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others e For best results do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower preventing proper discharge of grass clippings and could cause you to slip and fall New grass thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut e When using side discharge mower the best mowing pattern is one that allows the clippings to discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn This permits recutting of the clippings to further pulverize them When cutting high weeds discharge towards cut portion then recut at right angles to
5. first direction For a healthier lawn always cut off one third or less of the total length of the grass Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth e This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the best cut and do the most effective job of mowing T WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired 10 SECTION 9 ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire Cutting Height Adjustment Adjustment Lever Figure 9 There is an adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position to adjust the cutting height Each adjusting plate has nine height positions Height of cut will change if you move the thumb lever from one hole to another Simply depress the lever towards wheel and move the wheel and lever assembly to the desired position All wheels must be placed in the same relative position for uniform cutting height See Figure 9 For rough or uneven lawns move the height adjustment handles to positions which will give a higher cutting height Both front and rear handles must be placed in the same relative position Hand
6. or engine oil Also if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil Engine Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions Lubrication Chart Lubricate height adjustment Figure 11 12 SECTION 11 MAINTENANCE WARNING Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any A repairs or maintenance NOTE When tipping the unit empty the fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up Cutting Blade WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect A hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting biade To remove blade e Remove the bolt and blade bell support which hold the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft See Figure 12 Remove the blade and the adapter from the crankshaft WARNING Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks especially if you strike a A foreign object Replace when necessary Blade Adapter Hex Bolt Figure 12 e When sharpening the blade follow the original angle of grind as a guide It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds may cause damage to the mower and could break causing personal injury e The blade can be tested by balancing it on a r
7. your equipment to and from the dealer telephone charges or renting a product temporarily to replace a warranted product There is no other express warranty How to obtain service Contact your authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer who sold you your Cadet equipment If this dealer is not available see the Consumer Yellow Pages under lawn mowers for the name of a dealer near you H you need further assistance in finding an authorized Cadet servicing dealer contact Cub Cadet Corporation Post Office Box 368023 Cleveland Ohio 44136 How does state law apply This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
8. 0639 746 0553 720 0279 710 1256 751B281440 777830118 777830108 777000543 777D02347 Description Hairpin Clip Engine Spark Plug Boot Control Cable Handle Knob Hi Lo Screw Engine Shroud Danger Label Cut Hand Label Discharge Door Label Hub Cap Label Engine Description 14832 17098 Hinge Clip Spring Lever Ass y w Knob 731 0872A Rear Flap 15262B Pivot Bar 682 3025 Handle Bracket Ass y LH 51 15261A Height Adj Plate 20 682 3024 Handie Bracket Ass y RH 52 734 1978 Wheel Assembly 21 736 0356 Bell Washer 39 ID x 1 38 53 14578 Height Adj Ass y Comp 22 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 Thd R F amp L R 23 731 0982A Hub Cap Radial Grey 14579 Height Adj Ass y Comp 24 1741 0484 Bearing LFS RR 29 682 0025A 0498 Deck Assembly iles Se EE e S eege A SC Ge ed 58 736 0504 Wave Washer 32 710 1044 SS s 7 1 apa 1 5 See Mulching Plug 33 742 0740 20 Mulch Blade 64 731 1409 Chute Deflector 65 736 0270 Bell Washer RUE axe Bot 66 710 0599 Hex Wash Hd TT Screw 47 1736 0105 Bell Washer 400 ID x 88 1 4 20 x 5 Lg 738 0507B Shoulder Bolt 731 1949 Cover Front End 17 NOTES Date Maintenance Record g 18 NOTES continued Maintenance Record MANUFACTURER S LIM
9. Adjust carburetor 1 Fill ater 2 Remove blower housing and clean 3 Adjust carburetor 1 Adjust gap to 030 1 Reset gap to 030 or replace spark plug 2 Adjust carburetor 3 Clean air cleaner Excessive vibration 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 1 Tighten blade and adapter Balance SEH 2 Replace blade 2 Bent cutting blade Mower will not mulch 1 Engine speed too low grass Uneven cut 2 Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 1 Wheels not positioned correctly 2 Dull blade 2 Sharpen or replace blade 1 Run at full throttle 2 Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath 1 2 width 4 Sharpen or replace blade 1 Place all four wheels in same height position Note For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above contact your local Cub Cadet dealer 15 Dee SECTION 14 PARTS LIST Ref No Part No Code Description H 647 0004 Control Handle Ass y 2 710 1270 Oval C Sunk Screw 5 712 0324 Hex Lock Nut 6 746 0883 Control Housing 7 720 0295 Foam Grip 8 749 0538C 0637 Upper Handle 10 710 1205 Rope Guide 12 720 0276 Hand Knob 13 710 1174 Carriage Bolt 14 726 0240 Cable Tie 15 749 0928 0637 _ Lower Handle 16 714 0104 735
10. ITED WARRANTY FOR eL We TWO YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE YEAR COMMERCIAL Proper maintenance of your Cadet equipment is the owners responsibility Follow the instructions in your operators manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of quality lubricants and filters for your equipment s engine transmission chassis and _ attachments Riding mowers lawn tractors Cadet attachments and home maintenance products This limited warranty for residential users covers any defect in materials or workmanship in your Cadet equipment for two years from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser We will replace or repair any part or parts without charge through your authorized Cub Cadet dealer Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty with 100 replacement during the first three months V belts for either the traction drive or any attachments are covered for one year only Cadet equipment used commercially is warranted for one year only Commercial use is defined as either having hired operators or used for income producing purposes items not covered The warranty does not cover routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters oil fuel air and hydraulic cleaning tune ups brake and or clutch inspection adjustments made as part of normal maintenance blade sharpening set up abuse accidents and normal wear It does not cover incidental costs such as transporting
11. and lower handles for shipping purposes e Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground it against the engine On engines with a rubber boot attach rubber boot to a bolt on the engine to ground See Figure 3 Vv Slot On Engine Spark Plug Wire ith Rubber Boot Spark Plug Engine with Rubber Boot Engine without Rubber Boot Figure 3 e Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets Tighten the hand knobs on each side of the handle carriage bolts must be seated properly on the handle See Figure 4 Carriage Bolt Carriage Bolt Hand Knob Figure 4 NOTE Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position If you wish to lower the height of the handle refer to the Handle Height Adjustment Section on page 11 Remove the hairpin clips from the outer holes in the weld pins on the handle mounting brackets Using a pair of pliers squeeze one leg of the lower handle against the handle mounting bracket Insert the hairpin clip into the inner hole on the weld pin See Figure 5 Repeat on other side Hairpin Clip in Inner Hole Lower Handle Handle Mounting Bracket Figure 5 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide For location of the wing nut see Figure 6 Slip rope into sea
12. container inside where there is an open flame or spark such as a gas water heater space heater or furnace s Never run an engine inside a closed area e To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to coo at least 5 minutes before storing Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade and ail moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting e Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked Replace with blade which meets original equipment specifications e Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition e Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly e After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating the mower s Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running e Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace with manufacturers recommended parts when nece
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14. enance Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions Maintain ENGINE OIL as instructed in the engine manual Service AIR CLEANER every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced To service the air cleaner refer to the engine manual The SPARK PLUG should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications CLEAN the engine regularly with a cloth or brush Keep the cooling system blower housing area cleaned to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life Be certain to remove all grass dirt and combustible debris from muffler area o e eee LS SECTION 12 OFF SEASON STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer NOTE When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oi
15. er has a model plate You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the cutting deck e The model plate will look like Figure 1 This is where model number will be XXX X XXX X XXX XXXXXXXXXXX This is where serial number will be Copy the model number here P O BOX 368023 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 CUB CADET CORP Copy the serial number here Cadel yy Figure 1 SECTION 2 CALLING WARRANTY SERVICE If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line You can reach them by calling 1 800 528 1009 Before calling your local dealer make sure that you have your mower s model and serial numbers ready By providing this information you help your local dealer give you faster service To find your units model and serial number refer to earlier section SECTION 3 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A A 1 WARNING THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL HEED ITS WARNING DANGER Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to t
16. gine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating e Never operate mower without proper guards grass SEN plates or other safety protective devices in place e Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch e Only use accessories approved for this machine by the manufacturer Read understand and follow ail instructions provided with the approved accessory e If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer for assistance e Do not adjust the throttle control with the engine running 2 SLOPE OPERATION For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this DO Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes es Watch for holes ruts hidden objects or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury DO NOT es Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could loose foot
17. he rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or cleath GENERAL OPERATION Read this owners guide carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before operation Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Your rotary mower is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Your unit has been designed to perform one job to mow grass Do not use it for any other purpose Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower Children 14 years old and over should only operate mower under close parental supervision Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your mower Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of your mower to help prevent blade contact or thrown object injury Although the area of
18. ing or balance Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping 3 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area e Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children e Never allow children under age 14 to operate the mower s Use extreme care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or hazard 4 SERVICE e Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Use only an approved gasoline container e Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area e Never store the machine or fuel
19. l or silicone coat the equipment especially cables and all moving parts 14 SECTION 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start 1 Occasional skip speed idles poorly Engine overheats hesitates at high 2 Spark plug wire disconnected position 4 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 5 Blocked fuel line 6 Faulty spark plug 7 Engine flooded 7 Crank engine with throttle in SLOW turtle position Engine runs erratic 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3 Vent in gas cap plugged 4 Water or dirt in fuel system 5 Dirty air cleaner 6 Carburetor out of adjustment 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 1 Spark plug gap too close wide 2 Carburetor improperly adjusted 3 Dirty air cleaner Blade control handle disengaged 3 Throttle control lever not in correct 3 Carburetor not adjusted properly 1 Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too 1 Engage blade control handle 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Move throttle lever to FAST rabbit position 4 Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 5 Clean fuel line 6 Clean adjust gap or replace 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean air cleaner 6
20. le Height Adjustment Notch Lower Handle Figure 10 Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position To lower the handle height proceed as follows Remove the starter rope from the rope guide e Remove the upper handle by removing the hand knobs and carriage bolts Lay the upper handle out of the way being careful not to bend or kink the cable 11 Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the handle brackets Press inward on the legs of the lower handle Remove lower handle from the mower e Turn the lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as shown in Figure 10 Reassemble placing the bottom holes in the handle over the weld pins in the handle mounting bracket e Reassemble the upper handle e Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes in the weld pins and attach the starter rope as instructed in the Set Up Instructions SECTION 10 LUBRICATION WARNING Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn mower Blade Control Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil See Figure 11 The blade control must operate freely in both directions Also lubricate the pivot points on the mulch baffle and the height adjustment lever Wheels Lubricate the wheel bearings if so equipped at least once a season with light oil
21. operation should be completely cleared of foreign objects an object may have been overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like To heip avoid a thrown objects injury keep children bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine in any direction Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel toed shoes are recommended Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts Never operate a unit in bare feet sandals or sneakers Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade can cause injury e Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled o
22. ound shaft screwdriver Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter for the best test of balance e Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil or engine oil Lubricating the bolt holes bolts and inner surface of the nuts is also recommended To Reinstall Blade e Be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with part number facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position Be certain the blade is aligned with and seated onto the blade adapter flanges Place blade bell support on blade Make sure the notches on the blade bell support are aligned with the small hole in the blade Replace hex bolt Tighten to torque 450 in Ibs min 600 in Ibs max e To ensure safe operation of mower check all nuts and bolts periodically for correct torque 13 Deck Maintenance The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings leaves dirt or other matter If this debris is allowed to accumulate it will invite rust and corrosion and may prevent proper mulching The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected Do not use high pressure cleaners or water Engine Maint
23. ssary e Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine Excessive engine speeds are dangerous Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REAR TRAILING SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Get DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS x REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GLASSES DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND z USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER UP AND DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK Pas eg DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE LEA MOVING BACKWARDS READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES BLADE CONTROL TRAILING SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING Figure 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not operate mower unless rear trailing shield is in its proper place SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 4 sadojs umop pue dn jenou sedojs Jo 89e y SS019 SI8MOUW GNIHAE WIVM eresedoO sado s Jo 908 ou SsoJOe 1eAeU sedojs umop pue
24. ver the foot during a fall Do not hang on to the mower if you are falling release the handle immediately e Never pull the rnower toward you while you are walking If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind and then follow these steps e Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms e Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing e Pull the mower back slowly no more than half way toward you e Repeat these steps as needed Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Disengage the self propelled mechanism or drive clutch on units so equipped before starting the engine e The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operation Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade The blade control handie must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released e Never operate the mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footirig A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads e If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Shut the en
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